Manufacturing Training Coordinator

About the role

The Manufacturing Training Coordinator / Associate Maintenance Planner supports site‑wide workforce capability development and TPM initiatives by coordinating training programs, competency development activities, and Education & Training (E&T) Pillar objectives. The role plans, tracks, and administers training programs that develop employee skills, support operational excellence, and drive TPM pillar maturity while partnering with Operations, Maintenance, Safety, Quality, and TPM leaders.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and administer site training schedules and annual training plans.
• Coordinate new‑hire onboarding, skills certification, refresher training, and cross‑functional development programs.
• Track employee training completion, qualifications, certifications, and compliance requirements.
• Manage training records and ensure documentation accuracy within learning management systems and databases.
• Coordinate internal and external training resources to support site capability development needs.
• Support planning and execution of the TPM Education & Training (E&T) Pillar roadmap, activities, and improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate the site’s Yellow Belt certification process.
• Coordinate E&T Pillar meetings, action plans, assessments, audits, and milestone tracking.
• Maintain TPM training standards, documentation, and pillar evidence required for TPM progression.
• Assist with workforce development initiatives that support TPM implementation and operational excellence objectives.
• Track and report E&T Pillar KPIs and improvement activities.
• Maintain role‑based training matrices and employee competency assessments.
• Partner with subject‑matter experts to develop, update, and standardize training materials, standard work, and job aids.
• Identify skill gaps and support creation of development plans to address workforce capability needs.
• Monitor progression of operator, technician, and support personnel qualification programs.
• Audit and update role‑based training matrices autonomously.
• Generate reports and dashboards related to training compliance, competency progression, and TPM E&T performance metrics.
• Analyze training effectiveness and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support annual training budget planning and resource forecasting activities.
• Maintain accurate records of training activities, pillar initiatives, and development program outcomes.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Safety, Quality, HR, and TPM leaders to align training initiatives with business objectives.
• Support change management and employee engagement activities associated with TPM deployment.
• Facilitate communication regarding training requirements, pillar initiatives, and workforce development priorities.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Business, Education, Industrial Technology, Facilities, Operations, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in training coordination, workforce development, TPM support, maintenance planning, operations support, or continuous improvement environments.
• Experience managing training records, training matrices, or learning management systems.
• Strong organizational, planning, and project coordination skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data management, pivot tables), PowerPoint, SharePoint, and workflow‑tracking databases.
• Strong communication and stakeholder‑management capabilities.
• Ability to travel up to 20% as needed to support regional or network initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting TPM deployment and Education & Training Pillar activities.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and competency management processes.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Lean, TPM, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence experience.
• Certification in Training, TPM, Lean, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Key Competencies

• TPM Education & Training Pillar Execution
• Training Program Administration
• Competency & Skills Matrix Management
• Workforce Development
• Learning Systems Administration
• Project Planning & Coordination
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Continuous Improvement
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Change Management

Pay

Hourly Rate Range: $26.78 – $39.00 (actual placement within the range may vary based on experience, skills, and other factors).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability
• Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time)
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mileage Reimbursement (if traveling for work)
• Benefits eligible Day 1

Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice, mixers, and coffee. Iconic brands include Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato®, Core Hydration®, Keurig®, Peet’s, L’OR, and Jacobs. With over 50,000 employees, KDP aims to enhance every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact on people, communities, and the planet. The company offers a culture that empowers growth, robust health and wellness benefits, and programs to support professional development.